The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Tenerife Norte Airport (TFN) in Tenerife Island, Spain is 9,378 kilometers (5,827 miles / 5,064 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:55 in San Francisco, it's 20:55 in Tenerife Island. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,063 feet between the two airports. Tenerife Norte Airport sits higher than San Francisco International Airport.

The return flight from Tenerife Island (TFN) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 310° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Tenerife Norte Airport (TFN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.